SNOW PEA ‘Yakumo’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Pisum sativum
- A high-yielding, tender snow pea variety known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture.
- Produces abundant pods with smooth, flat pods that are ideal for fresh eating, stir-fries, or adding to salads.
- Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folate and fiber, supporting a healthy immune system and digestion.
- Cold-tolerant, making it perfect for early spring and late fall planting, with improved flavor when harvested after a light frost.
- Fast-growing, with an early harvest window, allowing for multiple harvests during the growing season.
- Ideal for small spaces, as it has a compact growing habit and can be grown on trellises or in containers.
- Resistant to common pea diseases, providing a reliable crop with minimal maintenance.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual vegetable, reaching 45 – 60 cm in height
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: March – May
- Subtropical: April – June
- Tropical: Not recommended
- Cool: August – October
- Arid: Not recommended
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Germination Temperature: 10-20 °C
- Depth: 2 – 3 cm deep
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or seed trays for transplanting
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7
- Spacing: 5 – 7 cm between seeds and 30 – 45 cm between rows
Details:
- Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry spells.
- Mulch around plants to help retain moisture and reduce weed growth.
- Harvest snow peas when pods are plump and tender but still flat, usually 60 – 70 days after sowing.
Harvest:
60 – 70 days after sowing
